Former Dayton firefighter shares personal story of survival and resilience in new book

VIDEO: A former Dayton firefighter is sharing his life experiences in his new book which came out May 1. “Overcoming Tuesday” tells the personal story of former firefighter Jim Burneka with co-author Hilary Hawkins. The book title was inspired by an interview with 2 NEWS anchor Brooke Moore about first responders’ mental health. “The normal citizen sees one or two traumatic calls in their lifetime. And for us, that’s just another day — a Tuesday,” said Burneka. The book has an entire chapter focused on the aftermath of the Oregon District shooting in 2019. Burneka details how the event changed his approach to helping first responders cope. As the wellness coordinator for the Dayton Fire Department, it was Burneka’s responsibility to provide resources for first responders following the tragic event.
WDTN-TV NBC 2 Dayton

Lorain County gets new Technical Rescue Team truck and trailer

PHOTO: Lorain County has a shiny new truck and trailer for its Technical Rescue Team. It will be utilized throughout the county by each of the fire departments whenever there is a need. The team is a joint venture of the Lorain County Technical Rescue Advisory Board and the Lorain County Fire Chiefs Association to provide citizens with a team of highly trained firefighters to mitigate technical rescues in the area. Technical rescue refers to aspects of saving life or property that employ the use of tools and skills that exceed those normally reserved for firefighting or medical response. According to team leader Tim Gates, the Lorain County Technical Rescue Team is trained to respond to incidents involving hazardous materials, high- and low-angle rope rescue, structural collapse, confined space rescue, trench rescue and wide-area search.
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Over $266,000 allocated to fire departments across Mahoning County

VIDEO: The Ohio Department of Commerce and the Division of State Fire Marshal paid a visit to the Mahoning County Courthouse on Thursday to present a check to various Mahoning County fire departments. The check, written in the amount of $266,015.90 highlighted the amount of grant funds awarded to these departments to enhance communications, equipment and training. The following fire departments will receive money from the Multi Agency Radio Communication (MARCS) Grant for equipment and service fees: Beaver Township ($49,381); Berlin Township ($12,795.75); Coitsville Volunteer Fire Department ($20,195); Damascus Volunteer Fire Department ($39,693.40); Green Township Volunteer Fire Department ($9,606.60); Lowellville ($43,978.75); New Middletown ($19,563.75); Struthers ($23,896.50)
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Lightning strike sparks fire on roof at First Solar building in Walbridge

VIDEO/PHOTO: A lightning strike caused part of the roof at First Solar to catch fire, forcing all employees to evacuate the building early Friday morning. The incident happened around 2:30 a.m. on Tracy Road in Wood County. When firefighters arrived at the scene, they could see heavy smoke and flames coming from one part of the roof area. No injuries were reported by officials at the scene. The Lake Township Fire Department and several other agencies assisted to make sure the fire was completely out. Crews even had a drone flying overhead to better look at the progress.
WTOL-TV CBS 11 Toledo

Firefighter, civilian rushed to hospital from 3-alarm West Chester apartment fire

VIDEO: A firefighter and a civilian were rushed to the hospital as flames roared through an apartment building overnight, displacing at least 24 residents, according to West Chester’s fire chief. The firefighter is being treated for a heat-related condition and the other person suffered smoke inhalation, Chief Rick Prinz said. Several fire departments and about 100 firefighters from around the region responded to what escalated into a three-alarm fire at Union Station Apartments on Meeting Street near Cincinnati-Dayton Road and Interstate 75. Flames were reported at 12:14 a.m. Thursday in one of the apartment buildings and spread to all three floors, according to the fire chief. Crews immediately began fighting the fire and searching for anyone who might be trapped inside.
WXIX-TV FOX 19 Newport

Fire destroys mobile home in Stark County; State Fire Marshal investigating

PHOTO: Sandy Creek Joint Fire District Chief Aaron Stoller reported a mobile home fire in Robertsville, just outside of Minerva, with the incident occurring around 10:30 Wednesday evening. The fire took place at 11394 Lincoln St SE, a property owned by Guy Easterling Jr. Neighbors indicated that the mobile home, though usually vacant, had been occasionally inhabited. Initial reports and emergency calls were made by the neighbors who could see the flames illuminating through their windows. The trailer had no active utilities at the time of the fire. The fire also spread to a nearby shed/garage that was owned by the next door neighbors. The Ohio State Fire Marshal has taken charge of the investigation into the cause of the fire. The Osnaburg Twp Fire Dept and the Great Trail Fire District assisted on scene.
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